Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairn on Haw Hill

Cairn on Haw Hill

England
List entry 1014352
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cairn on Haw Hill is a prehistoric funerary monument located in Yorkshire, England. The cairn dates to the Bronze Age and comprises a mound of stones constructed as a burial structure, representing a significant example of funerary practice from this period. Such cairns served as communal or individual burial monuments and are common features of the Bronze Age landscape in upland regions of northern England. The monument's survival and scheduled protection reflect its archaeological importance as evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and ritual practices in Yorkshire.

Cairn on Haw Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014352. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn on Haw Hill?

Cairn on Haw Hill is a prehistoric funerary monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014352.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn on Haw Hill?

Cairn on Haw Hill is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1014352.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn on Haw Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Threshfield Henge 2 (southern) (2 km), Hydro-electric power house and associated weir 250m north west of Tin Bridge (3.3 km), Redmayne packhorse bridge (3.8 km).

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